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Best non-electric heater (UK): 5 safe options for power cuts

October 2, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
Gas cabinet heater, gas stove and paraffin heater lined up against a living room wall

Five non-electric heaters that keep a room warm in a UK power cut.

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Best water filter for emergencies: 6 practical options (UK)

September 29, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
Emergency water kit laid out on linen with a Sawyer filter, LifeStraw, Grayl bottle, Water-to-Go bottle and purification tablets

I tested six emergency water filters. Here’s what each one removes, how long it lasts and which to buy.

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How to build an emergency food supply UK: what to store & how much

September 8, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
Emergency food supply UK: tins, oats, crackers, peanut butter, cereal bars, and UHT milk

How to build an emergency food supply in the UK. Government recommendations, calorie requirments, storage, and more.

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How to prepare for war in the UK: a practical guide

September 27, 2026August 30, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
UK household emergency kit: water, tinned food, lantern, torch, radio, and power bank

The calm, practical answer to how to prepare for war in the UK.

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Best lighting for a power cut: 6 practical options (UK)

August 27, 2026August 26, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
Power cut lighting kit: LED lantern, emergency bulbs, plug-in failure light, head torch, torch, and glow sticks

The best lighting for a power cut, from lanterns and emergency bulbs to plug-in failure lights.

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How to store water for an emergency (UK guide)

September 29, 2026August 12, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
Home emergency water store: bottled water, jerrycan, and stackable water containers

How to store water for an emergency in the UK: how much you need, 5 storage options with prices, and how to keep it fresh.

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Do you need a generator for power cuts? What size, what it runs, and what to buy (UK)

August 6, 2026August 6, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
Home generator setup laid out: suitcase inverter generator, extension lead, petrol can, and engine oil

Do you actually need a generator for power cuts? What size runs a UK home, what it costs, and how to use one safely.

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How to heat a room without electricity UK (10 ways that actually work)

October 3, 2026July 28, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
Non-electric heating options laid out: gas cabinet heater, hot water bottle, CO alarm, and bioethanol burner

10 solutions for how to heat a room without electricity, including UK prices, running costs, and safety tips for each.

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How to stay warm without heating: 30 cheap ways (UK)

July 28, 2026July 23, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
How to to stay warm without heating: tea, hot water bottle, fleece blanket, and wool socks laid out

Get 30 practical tips on how to stay warm without heating. Easy, money-saving ideas you can use today.

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How to cook in a power cut (UK guide)

September 22, 2026July 18, 2026 by Lewis Doddy
A power cut cooking kit laid out on a table: a camping stove, gas canisters, pots, a mess tin, and a cast-iron kettle.

How to cook in a power cut safely, from gas hobs to camping stoves, plus easy meals, fuel-saving tips, and what never to do.

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